Mike Maniscalcohttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/voices/blog/3575805/
Mike Maniscalco is the co-host of "The Insiders" from 6 to 9 a.m. weekdays on 620 The Buzz. He is also the host of the Carolina Hurricanes pregame and postgame shows on 99.9 FM The Fan ESPN Radio.Copyright 2015 by Capitol Broadcasting Company. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Fri, 26 Jun 2015 15:11:23 -0400Fri, 26 Jun 2015 15:11:23 -040060Hurricanes face tough start to 2015-16 slatehttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-face-tough-start-to-2015-16-slate/14740546/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2014/12/07/14254977/14254977-1435345693-160x120.jpg" alt="Canes fall to Red Wings 3-1" />Here is a look at the Hurricanes schedule month by month with the highlights and pitfalls that await.Fri, 26 Jun 2015 15:11:23 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-face-tough-start-to-2015-16-slate/14740546/Eric Staal trade rumors a Triangle postseason traditionhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/eric-staal-trade-rumors-a-triangle-postseason-tradition/14707923/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2015/03/24/14536880/14536880-1434131186-160x120.jpg" alt="Eric Staal" />Trade rumors are as much a part of hockey as ice. So it should be no surprise that there are rumors surrounding Eric Staal and the Carolina Hurricanes after another season without playoff hockey.Fri, 12 Jun 2015 14:17:44 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/eric-staal-trade-rumors-a-triangle-postseason-tradition/14707923/Canes must look for depth in NHL Draft late roundshttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/canes-must-look-for-depth-in-nhl-draft-late-rounds/14700329/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2014/09/03/13947996/13947996-1433863214-160x120.jpg" alt="Hurricanes Fan Town Hall " />The consensus is that the Carolina Hurricanes can and must improve through the draft this season to get back on the road to consistent success.Tue, 09 Jun 2015 11:22:15 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/canes-must-look-for-depth-in-nhl-draft-late-rounds/14700329/Francis, Peters aim for long-term playoff successhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/francis-peters-aim-for-long-term-playoff-success/14584761/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2015/04/15/14584305/14584305-1429132661-160x120.jpg" alt="Bill Peters/Ron Francis Pic" />With another season gone and the playoffs being further out of sight than in the previous years, general manager Ron Francis had to answer questions about another season ending at game 82 for the Carolina Hurricanes.Wed, 15 Apr 2015 17:18:34 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/francis-peters-aim-for-long-term-playoff-success/14584761/Lots to build on, lots to improve on as Canes enter long offseasonhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/lots-to-build-on-lots-to-improve-on-as-canes-enter-long-offseason/14580285/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2014/12/07/14254946/14254946-1428967318-160x120.jpg" alt="Canes fall to Red Wings 3-1" />Another season ends at 82 games for the Carolina Hurricanes, marking the sixth consecutive campaign without playoff hockey in the Triangle.Mon, 13 Apr 2015 19:23:47 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/lots-to-build-on-lots-to-improve-on-as-canes-enter-long-offseason/14580285/Canes Corner podcast: Who stays, who goes and why free agency is not the answerhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/canes-corner-podcast-who-stays-who-goes-and-why-free-agency-is-not-the-answer/14570937/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2015/02/12/14443505/14443505-1428595594-160x120.jpg" alt="Canes vs Ducks" />In this week's episode of the Canes Corner podcast, John Forslund, the TV play-by-play voice of the Carolina Hurricanes, talked with Mike Maniscalco about what we learned about the team from the 2014-15 season.Thu, 09 Apr 2015 12:11:09 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/canes-corner-podcast-who-stays-who-goes-and-why-free-agency-is-not-the-answer/14570937/Hurricanes have uphill battle to make playoffs in 2014-15 http://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-have-uphill-battle-to-make-playoffs-in-2014-15-/14063933/
Can the Hurricanes return to the playoffs after a five-year drought? It will hinge on goalie play, young players stepping up and the impact of new head coach Bill Peters.Fri, 10 Oct 2014 15:37:07 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-have-uphill-battle-to-make-playoffs-in-2014-15-/14063933/From injury comes opportunity for Caneshttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/from-injury-comes-opportunity-for-canes/14019052/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2014/04/10/13559278/13559278-1412259363-160x120.jpg" alt="Hurricanes vs. Caps" />Adversity hits every team in the NHL. For Carolina, it came on Sept. 23. How they deal with it for the next four months is a question that several people will have a role in answering.Fri, 26 Sep 2014 12:08:57 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/from-injury-comes-opportunity-for-canes/14019052/Burning questions heading into Canes' seasonhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/burning-questions-heading-into-canes-season/13995649/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2014/04/03/13538761/13538761-1411093728-160x120.jpg" alt="starscanes11" />Here are the burning questions that need to get answered this season for the Hurricanes.Thu, 18 Sep 2014 23:02:06 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/burning-questions-heading-into-canes-season/13995649/Duke football getting past 'respectable' monikerhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/duke-football-getting-past-respectable-moniker/13939555/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/colleges/duke/2013/11/23/13147633/13147633-1423577676-160x120.jpg" alt="Duke rallies, holds on to top Wake Forest, 28-21" />What a difference a few years makes. Duke has become more than respectable, they have become viable. Sun, 31 Aug 2014 00:17:43 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/duke-football-getting-past-respectable-moniker/13939555/Spurrier lauds Cutcliffe, Duke as 1989 team is honoredhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/spurrier-lauds-cutcliffe-duke-as-1989-team-is-honored/13939448/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/colleges/duke/2014/08/30/13939365/13939367-1409439361-160x120.jpg" alt="Duke honors Spurrier, 1989 Blue Devils" />Steve Spurrier stepped in front of the media at Wallace Wade stadium and congratulated current Blue Devils head coach David Cutcliffe on winning the Coastal Division last season, comparing it to the season his team put together in 1989.Sun, 31 Aug 2014 00:17:44 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/spurrier-lauds-cutcliffe-duke-as-1989-team-is-honored/13939448/Maniscalco: Eric Staal understands what he has to dohttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/eric-staal-understands-what-he-has-to-do/13867945/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2014/04/03/13538743/13538743-1412112069-160x120.jpg" alt="starscanes20" />Eric Staal has been under the microscope for the past few seasons. Being the team captain and highest paid player of the Carolina Hurricanes, he knows that he will be.Tue, 05 Aug 2014 15:09:46 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/eric-staal-understands-what-he-has-to-do/13867945/Snap Shot: Canes first rounder Haydn Fleuryhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/snap-shot-canes-first-rounder-haydn-fleury/13772965/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2014/06/28/13772760/13772760-1435865038-160x120.jpg" alt="Haydn Fleury" />A quick look at the seventh selection of the 2014 NHL Draft defenseman Haydn Fleury. Sat, 28 Jun 2014 14:55:34 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/snap-shot-canes-first-rounder-haydn-fleury/13772965/Canes have options in NHL Drafthttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/canes-have-options-in-nhl-draft/13768471/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2014/04/28/13600175/13600175-1403813952-160x120.jpg" alt="Ron Francis named new Carolina Hurricanes GM" />The reports say this is a deep draft, filled with prospects who should find their way to NHL rosters sooner rather than later.Fri, 27 Jun 2014 14:58:53 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/canes-have-options-in-nhl-draft/13768471/Hurricanes have chance to change direction of franchisehttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-have-chance-to-change-direction-of-franchise/13763873/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2013/03/02/12175732/12175732-1403712803-160x120.jpg" alt="Staal, Jokinen tally twice in Canes win over Florida" />With the NHL draft and free agency approaching, the new Hurricanes GM and head coach have a lot of decisions to make on the direction of the team.Thu, 26 Jun 2014 09:11:48 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-have-chance-to-change-direction-of-franchise/13763873/Our Open best for fans, competitors, patriotshttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/our-open-best-for-fans-competitors-patriots/13722575/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/golf/2014/06/09/13715083/13715083-1402533107-160x120.jpg" alt="Fans" />Of all the tests that are played with guys chasing a dimpled ball around the countryside, the U.S. Open, for my money, is the best tournament around.Thu, 12 Jun 2014 10:30:00 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/our-open-best-for-fans-competitors-patriots/13722575/Hurricanes don't need to rush in coaching searchhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-don-t-need-to-rush-in-coaching-search/13662777/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2014/05/05/13619857/13619857-1400678726-160x120.jpg" alt="Francis discusses Muller firing" />The Carolina Hurricanes are still searching for a head coach. But there is not an immediate need to fill the position seeing the hockey season is not over and there are several candidates still working.Wed, 21 May 2014 09:26:15 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-don-t-need-to-rush-in-coaching-search/13662777/Game on for Ron Francishttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/game-on-for-ron-francis/13605231/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2014/04/28/13600286/13600286-1408057656-160x120.jpg" alt="Ron Francis named new Carolina Hurricanes GM" />It is Ron Francis' game now, but this time it won't be measured by how he plays, it will be measured by how the team plays under him.Tue, 29 Apr 2014 18:36:43 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/game-on-for-ron-francis/13605231/Good match-ups, upset potential in first round of NHL playoffs http://www.wralsportsfan.com/good-match-ups-upset-potential-in-first-round-of-nhl-playoffs-/13576697/
There are plenty of good match-ups in the first round of the NHL playoffs to hold your attention, with lots of upset potential.Thu, 17 Apr 2014 16:58:09 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/good-match-ups-upset-potential-in-first-round-of-nhl-playoffs-/13576697/Everybody needs evaluating during long offseason for Caneshttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/everybody-needs-evaluating-during-long-offseason-for-canes/13557800/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2014/02/01/13351012/13351012-1397151080-160x120.jpg" alt="Canes top Blues for 10th win in January" />Another year without playoff hockey in the Triangle is bringing even more angst, anger and apathy than usual to the fan base of the Carolina Hurricanes.Thu, 10 Apr 2014 13:32:38 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/everybody-needs-evaluating-during-long-offseason-for-canes/13557800/Super Bowl could cement a legacy and give birth to a dynastyhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/super-bowl-could-cement-a-legacy-and-give-birth-to-a-dynasty/13352092/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/football/nfl/2008/09/25/3611606/3611606-1416185257-160x120.jpg" alt="NFL League Logo" />A dynasty could be born, a legacy that could be cemented for some and the two best teams in the league are squaring off to determine who will be the champ. Not a bad way to end a year. Tue, 01 Apr 2014 15:44:42 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/super-bowl-could-cement-a-legacy-and-give-birth-to-a-dynasty/13352092/Semin, Sherman and other noteshttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/semin-sherman-and-other-notes/13328032/
Alexander Semin has been on a tear, Richard Sherman will garner plenty of media attention at the Super Bowl and other thoughts from the sports world.Sat, 25 Jan 2014 18:09:09 -0500http://www.wralsportsfan.com/semin-sherman-and-other-notes/13328032/Baseball HoF voting highlights sports media flawshttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/baseball-hof-voting-highlights-sports-media-flaws/13291344/
Columnists and talking heads all across America have condemned Dan Le Batard for calling attention to himself, instead of the incredibly flawed and antiquated system that determines who shall live in baseball immortality. Sat, 11 Jan 2014 16:34:18 -0500http://www.wralsportsfan.com/baseball-hof-voting-highlights-sports-media-flaws/13291344/Canes need to continue path of changehttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/canes-need-to-continue-path-of-change/13264490/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2013/11/01/13066179/13066179-1412884959-160x120.jpg" alt="Canes blanked by Bolts, 3-0" />The Hurricanes trade of alternate captain Tim Gleason to Toronto for John-Michael Liles and prospect Dennis Roberston should not have come as that big of a shock. While trading a player who wears a letter on the front of his sweater signals a big change, this organization still has more to come.Thu, 02 Jan 2014 12:51:23 -0500http://www.wralsportsfan.com/canes-need-to-continue-path-of-change/13264490/The little things to be thankful forhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/the-little-things-to-be-thankful-for/13163476/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2013/10/04/12962283/12962283-1385613586-160x120.jpg" alt="Red Wings spoil opener for Canes with 3-2 OT win" />Sometimes it is the little moves that make all the difference and this year the Hurricanes organization has several to be thankful for.Thu, 28 Nov 2013 08:00:00 -0500http://www.wralsportsfan.com/the-little-things-to-be-thankful-for/13163476/Hurricanes feeling very Metropolitanhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-feeling-very-metropolitan/13030376/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2013/10/15/13000311/13000311-1382569633-160x120.jpg" alt="Hurricanes fall to Blackhawks in shootout, 3-2" />The Carolina Hurricanes look to close out October on a strong note. In doing so it looks like the big budget teams might have to worry about the Hurricanes instead of the Canes worrying about deep pockets. Thu, 24 Oct 2013 06:29:28 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-feeling-very-metropolitan/13030376/Hurricanes begin crucial season against Red Wingshttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-begin-crucial-season-friday-against-red-wings/12958540/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/voices/2013/10/04/12958546/12958546-1380892517-160x120.jpg" alt="Carolina Hurricanes season opener" />The Carolina Hurricanes start one of the most important campaigns they've had since relocating to the Triangle Friday night when they welcome the Detroit Red Wings to PNC Arena. Fri, 04 Oct 2013 13:13:36 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-begin-crucial-season-friday-against-red-wings/12958540/Carolina's offense not suited for Newton's strengthshttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/carolina-s-offense-not-suited-for-newton-s-strengths/12884414/
Watching teams like San Francisco, Philadelphia and Washington use their quarterbacks as weapon in an offense tailored for their ability is a joy. Watching the Panthers offense so far this year has been painful.Sat, 14 Sep 2013 08:58:55 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/carolina-s-offense-not-suited-for-newton-s-strengths/12884414/MLB trying to get everything righthttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/mlb-trying-to-get-everything-right/12731005/
Major League Baseball needs to expand instant replay and reach a fair level of punishment for Alex Rodriguez.Thu, 01 Aug 2013 14:30:34 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/mlb-trying-to-get-everything-right/12731005/Komisarek answers defensive needhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/canes-acquire-komisarek-in-day-one-of-nhl-free-agency/12630848/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2013/01/22/12012445/12012445-1373046857-160x120.jpg" alt="Hurricanes vs. Tampa Bay" />Day one of NHL free agency yielded what Hurricanes general manager Jim Rutherford wanted, a big bruising defensemen with experience for a low price.Fri, 05 Jul 2013 16:53:53 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/canes-acquire-komisarek-in-day-one-of-nhl-free-agency/12630848/NHL-ready talent a must for Canes in drafthttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/nhl-ready-talent-a-must-for-canes-in-draft/12611636/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/2013/05/02/12404205/12404274-1398697545-160x120.jpg" alt="Kirk Muller, Jim Rutherford" />The Carolina Hurricanes have to come out of the first round of this year's draft with an NHL player - not just a roster spot, but a player that can make in immediate impact.Sat, 29 Jun 2013 14:20:12 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/nhl-ready-talent-a-must-for-canes-in-draft/12611636/The best or the hottest? Stanley Cup seeks to answer timeless questionhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/the-best-or-the-hottest-stanley-cup-seeks-to-answer-timeless-question/12562576/
The Stanley Cup Finals between Chicago and Boston is going to answer the question of 'Is it better to be the best team or the hottest when trying to capture a title?'Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:47:25 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/the-best-or-the-hottest-stanley-cup-seeks-to-answer-timeless-question/12562576/Coach K's decision will help two teamshttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/coach-k-s-decision-will-help-two-teams/12484310/
Mike Krzyzewski announced Thursday that he will be back to coach Team USA in the 2016 Olympics. An obvious win for the country is also one for Duke University. Wed, 29 May 2013 08:34:15 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/coach-k-s-decision-will-help-two-teams/12484310/Recruiting shows the uglier side of fans on Twitterhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/recruiting-shows-the-uglier-side-of-fans-on-twitter/12453248/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/colleges/unc/2013/04/04/12307432/12307432-1365133250-160x120.jpg" alt="Andrew Wiggins Pic" />Prep basketball star Andrew Wiggins will play basketball at Kansas next year -- much to the dismay of fans at North Carolina, Florida State and Kentucky. Thu, 16 May 2013 14:29:10 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/recruiting-shows-the-uglier-side-of-fans-on-twitter/12453248/Carolina's season comes to an end (again)http://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-season-comes-to-an-end-again-/12386946/
The Hurricanes will go another year without playoff hockey. It was a year where it seemed like it was set up for the club to give the fans in the Triangle some bonus games. Sat, 27 Apr 2013 19:56:45 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-season-comes-to-an-end-again-/12386946/'Groundhog Day' becomes reality for Caneshttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-groundhog-day-/12328809/
Have you ever relived the same day? The Hurricanes have pretty much done that since March 14.Thu, 11 Apr 2013 08:59:31 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-groundhog-day-/12328809/Payroll, positioning force Canes' hand at deadlinehttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/the-art-of-the-deadline-deal-has-changed/12301626/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2012/01/20/10626854/jokinen_7877-160x106.jpg" alt="Hurricanes blank Caps, 3-0" />Carolina Hurricanes general manager Jim Rutherford said Wednesday that a recent losing streak coupled with the desire to keep young talents forced the team to stay quiet at the trade deadline.Wed, 03 Apr 2013 19:52:58 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/the-art-of-the-deadline-deal-has-changed/12301626/Hurricanes have tough decision at the deadlinehttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-have-tough-decision-at-the-deadline/12295618/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2012/01/20/10626803/mcbain_7935-160x106.jpg" alt="Hurricanes blank Caps, 3-0" />Will the Canes buy or sell come the NHL trade deadline? The next few hours will hold the key. Tue, 02 Apr 2013 16:36:45 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-have-tough-decision-at-the-deadline/12295618/Rest to the rescue for Hurricanes?http://www.wralsportsfan.com/rest-to-the-rescue-for-hurricanes-/12267610/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2013/03/21/12253995/12253995-1364264502-160x120.jpg" alt="Canes vs. Devils " />The Canes face Southeast Division-leading Winnipeg Tuesday night at 7 p.m. (FSN-CAR 99.9 The Fan ESPN Radio), the first of two meetings in a week. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 12:43:14 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/rest-to-the-rescue-for-hurricanes-/12267610/Hurricanes look to acquire on D; Ruutu to returnhttp://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-d-might-get-boost-from-outside-forces/12249501/
<img src="http://wwwcache.wralsportsfan.com/asset/hockey/nhl/hurricanes/2011/11/12/10374090/10374090-1380494380-160x120.jpg" alt="Hurricanes better Penguins in 5-3 win" />The Carolina Hurricanes will consider an acquisition to fill holes on the injury-decimated defense, and they will welcome back Tuomo Ruutu Thursday when they face the New Jersey Devils.Thu, 21 Mar 2013 12:04:20 -0400http://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-d-might-get-boost-from-outside-forces/12249501/